explicit alteration

[ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ɔːlˈtɛreɪʃən]
nounpl: explicit alterations
alteração explícita
1. A deliberate, clear, and unambiguous change or modification that is openly declared or stated
The explicit alteration of the contract terms required approval from both parties.
A alteração explícita dos termos do contrato exigiu aprovação de ambas as partes.
2. In legal or technical contexts, a modification that is distinctly visible, intentional, and clearly documented
The document showed an explicit alteration in the payment schedule.
O documento mostrou uma alteração explícita no cronograma de pagamento.
3. A change that leaves no room for misinterpretation or ambiguity
The software update included explicit alterations to the user interface.
A atualização do software incluiu alterações explícitas na interface do usuário.
This term is primarily used in formal, legal, and technical contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. It is particularly common in contract law, software development, and official documentation where clarity and precision are essential. The term emphasizes transparency and intentionality in making changes, which is valued in both American business practices and Brazilian corporate environments.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
clear modificationobvious changedefinite amendmentunambiguous alterationdeliberate modification
Antonyms / Antônimos
implicit alterationsubtle changeambiguous modificationconcealed alterationvague amendment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alteração explícita
Standard term used in legal and technical contexts
São Paulo
alteração explícita
Commonly used in business and corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
alteração clara
Alternative form sometimes used in informal contexts
Portugal
alteração explícita
Same term used with identical meaning in European Portuguese

Related Words

amendmentmodificationrevisionexplicitdeliberatedocumentationcontractual change

Related Idioms & Phrases

make an explicit alteration
document explicit alterations
explicit alteration of terms
without explicit alteration
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